🍜 Sanpei Noodle Shop

A ramen shop that has been in business for over 40 years in the ramen battleground of Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture. The local ramen "Omi Jushinmen" features a soy sauce broth made from simmered bonito and kelp, complemented by a generous amount of vegetables and pork as toppings. This shop is also one of the places that sell Omi Jushinmen. The best-selling dish is the "Kizami Jushinmen," which combines the characteristics of "Omi Jushinmen" and the thick broth of the local Nagahama dish "Katsuobushi Zakkoku Udon." The noodles and toppings are cooked in a thick sauce, allowing them to retain heat even after some time. The noodles are coated with the sauce, giving them a soft texture and delicious flavor. Many regular customers pour the leftover sauce over their side dish of fried rice, creating a tasty Kizami Fried Rice. In addition to Kizami Jushinmen and Omi Jushinmen, the ramen menu includes various flavors such as Chinese noodles and Dan Dan noodles. There are also side dishes like Japanese fried chicken and gyoza, which pair well with ramen or beer. During lunch, there are value sets available, while dinner features set meals centered around fried pork cutlets or Japanese fried chicken. The shop has over 50 seats, including tables and a counter.

A ramen shop in Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture, that has been in operation for over 40 years. The signature dish, "Thick Sauce Mixed Noodles" (芡汁什錦麵), is a variation of the famous "Omi Mixed Noodles" (近江什錦麵) from Hikone. There are various options including ramen, side dishes, and set meals. The restaurant has over 50 seats, including table seating and a counter.